Ag (Noun)
Meaning
A soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The old sterling silverware was heavily plated with a thin layer of ag.
- The chemical symbol for silver is Ag, which comes from the Latin word argentum, meaning white.
- A piece of ag can be reshaped without breaking due to its ductility.
- Jewelers prefer using ag to create ornaments due to its malleability.
- Ag is used to make engraved silver gift items like medals, cutlery, and other decorative items.